Dodgers Stay Perfect in Extras
Tommy Edman’s Walk-Off Single Leads Dodgers to 5-4 Extra-Innings Victory Over Pirates
Tommy Edman delivered a two-strike walk-off single in the 10th inning Friday, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers past the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-4 Associated Press. The clutch hit kept the Dodgers perfect in extra innings this season with a 5-0 record — the only undefeated team in MLB extras.
How the Pirates Nearly Pulled Off the Comeback
The Pirates clawed back from a deficit with one big swing. Oneil Cruz smashed a two-run homer off Dodgers reliever Kyle Hurt in the eighth inning ESPN, tying the game at 4-4. That blast kept Pittsburgh in the fight deep into extra innings.
Yamamoto's Strong Start Set the Foundation
Dodgers starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto kept Pittsburgh's offense mostly quiet early on. He pitched 6 1/3 innings, struck out nine batters, and gave up just two runs on five hits KRQE. That solid outing kept Los Angeles in position to win late.
Dodgers Push Winning Streak to Four Games
Friday's victory was Los Angeles's fourth straight win Yakima Herald. The Dodgers have won eight of their last 11 games, showing signs of momentum as the season progresses. Their perfect 5-0 record in extra innings is a significant advantage in close games.
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